| Code | FM.LBL.BMNY.ZG |
| Indicator Name | Broad money (annual % growth) |
| Short definition | Broad money is the sum of all liquid financial instruments held by money-holding sectors that are widely accepted in an economy as a medium of exchange, plus those that can be converted into a medium of exchange at short notice at, or close to, their full nominal value. This indicator denotes the percentage change over each previous year of the constant price (base year 2015) series in United States dollars. |
| Long definition | Broad money is the sum of all liquid financial instruments held by money-holding sectors that are widely accepted in an economy as a medium of exchange, plus those that can be converted into a medium of exchange at short notice at, or close to, their full nominal value. This indicator denotes the percentage change over each previous year of the constant price (base year 2015) series in United States dollars. |
| Source | International Financial Statistics database, International Monetary Fund (IMF) |
| Topic | Financial Sector: Monetary holdings (liabilities) |
| Dataset | WDI |
| Unit of measure | % |
| Periodicity | Annual |
| Reference period | 1961-2024 |
| Statistical concept and methodology | Methodology: Monetary and Financial statistics are compiled in accordance with international standards: Monetary and Financial Statistics Manual, 2018 or 2004 versions. Specific information on how countries compile their Monetary and Finance statistics can be found on the IMF website: https://dsbb.imf.org/
Statistical concept(s): The conceptual framework comes from the Monetary and Financial Statistic Manual which outlines the analytical presentation of monetary statistics, which provide critical inputs for monetary policy formulation and monitoring. The statistics covered in this Manual also support the assessment of financial system stability. |
| Development relevance | This indicator is related the monetary and financial statistics. Monetary and financial statistics are crucial as they offer a detailed picture of a country's financial condition and the workings of its monetary system. This encompasses information on the money supply, prevailing interest rates, and the activities of financial institutions. Central banks and policymakers rely on these statistics to craft monetary policy, manage interest rates, and regulate inflation. For investors and market analysts, these figures provide a window into the financial sector's stability and performance, guiding investment decisions and risk evaluations. They also shed light on the circulation of money within the economy, which has direct implications for consumer spending, business investments, and the overall trajectory of economic growth. Ultimately, these statistics play a pivotal role in ensuring economic stability and promoting sustainable development. |
| Limitations and exceptions | Monetary accounts are derived from the balance sheets of financial institutions - the central bank, commercial banks, and nonbank financial intermediaries. Although these balance sheets are usually reliable, they are subject to errors of classification, valuation, and timing and to differences in accounting practices. For example, whether interest income is recorded on an accrual or a cash basis can make a substantial difference, as can the treatment of nonperforming assets. Valuation errors typically arise for foreign exchange transactions, particularly in countries with flexible exchange rates or in countries that have undergone currency devaluation during the reporting period. The valuation of financial derivatives and the net liabilities of the banking system can also be difficult. The quality of commercial bank reporting also may be adversely affected by delays in reports from bank branches, especially in countries where branch accounts are not computerized. Thus the data in the balance sheets of commercial banks may be based on preliminary estimates subject to constant revision. This problem is likely to be even more serious for nonbank financial intermediaries. |
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